Category Archives: Brain

Quercetin and the Brain

Posted on August 29, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Quercetin is a phytochemical that belongs to the flavonoid group of polyphenols. Evidence suggests that quercetin is bioavailable in humans, where it may confer health effects due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Quercetin may protect brain tissue because of … Continue reading →

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Neuroprotective Effects of Maca (Lepidium meyenii)

Posted on June 14, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a plant that grows at high altitude in parts of South America. The plant is used in traditional medicine for its effects of physical performance. Evidence suggests that maca may have beneficial effects on the central … Continue reading →

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Lavender and Cloves: Effects on Memory

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Lavender and cloves are aromatherapy oils that have an application in the role of mood and memory. The odorants from the oil are able to affect physiological systems because the oils contain volatile compounds that can be absorbed through the … Continue reading →

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The Effects of Coffee on Health: The Gut-Brain Axis

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Robert Barrington

The gut-brain axis describes the neuronal and hormonal link between the intestinal tract and the central nervous system. This includes a large amount of neuronal connections and a dedicated hormonal system that sends, receives and processes information about the energy, … Continue reading →

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Exercise and Diet: Their Effects on Mood

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Exercise and diet can both influence mood. In general exercise and a good diet are considered beneficial to mood. However, as with all physiological parameters, control of mood is highly complex and diet and exercise can de double edged swords … Continue reading →

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Therapeutics of Vanillic Acid

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Vanillic acid is a polyphenolic phytochemical. Like all polyphenols, vanillic acid is derived from benzoic acid through enzymatic reactions in plant cells. In cuisine, vanillic acid is used as a flavour enhancer and preservative, and this latter role is possible … Continue reading →

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Chlorogenic Acid: Stress Reliever and Anti-depressant?

Posted on October 7, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Clorogenic acid is a polyphenolic substance found in many plants, and is one of the most abundant phytochemicals in herbs and fruit. It has antioxidant properties and may also act as an anti-inflammatory. Crataegus pinnatifida (Hawthorne) is a source of … Continue reading →

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Neuroprotective Spices

Posted on October 1, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Dietary neuroprotection describes the beneficial effects conferred to brain and central nervous tissue by food. Many foods have been shown to confer such neuroprotection and the way this occurs can be via multiple mechanisms, some of which are well reported. … Continue reading →

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Cloves For Memory Decline?

Posted on September 29, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata (Myrtaceae; syn. Syzygium aromaticum, Caryophyllus aromaticus) is a traditional medicinal plant used for its wide ranging healing properties. Like most plants, cloves are high in antioxidant phytochemicals and have excellent free radical scavenging ability. In addition, cloves … Continue reading →

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Is fasting Neuroprotective?

Posted on September 7, 2021 by Robert Barrington

A number of therapeutic effects of energy restriction and fasting have been identified and these relate to a wide range of conditions, including mood disorders. The underlying mechanism for this appears to be a reduction in immune system activation and … Continue reading →

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